World Thrombosis Day was observed with the goal of drawing attention to the importance of maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. Recognizing the symptoms of this condition for early diagnosis, and receiving timely treatment.
The World Health Organization encourages individuals to speak with their doctors about this condition. Also to request medical screenings to help prevent the ailment or ensure its early detection.
According to specialized medical literature, thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot that blocks a vein or artery. This blockage can lead to various complications, ranging from heart attacks to broader cardiovascular disease. Such a clot often referred to as an embolus, is a leading cause of death in the Western world.
Venous thrombosis occurs within the veins—most commonly in the deep veins of the legs—and can travel through the circulatory system to the lungs, resulting in a pulmonary embolism.
Arterial thrombosis, by contrast, forms within the arteries and is a primary cause of sudden cardiac arrest.
Medical professionals recommend that older adults follow a preventative regimen. In most cases, this simply involves taking a low daily dose of an anticoagulant.
For individuals who have previously experienced such conditions. A mechanical device may be implanted to prevent the formation of clots. While other patients may undergo thrombolytic therapy to break down existing clots.
With information from Prensa Latina
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